Book review:- Curse child
- Ananya Anand
- Feb 18, 2024
- 2 min read
As I woke up on the morning of my 12th bday I was excited for what the day awaited me. When I opened my gifts after getting up in the morning my eyes lingered around the room waiting for my gift I had been yearning for:- the curse child.
I still remember how excited I was the see the book, feel it and read it. It was like I was obsessed about the book and finally got it. it was like a dream come true. And that was the day I read the curse child.
It was the single worst present I ever got.
The shift of tone was drastic from what i was expecting. The timelines and theories were not adding up. The characters that I had come to loved and adore were way different in this book than they were in the original books.
I find it hard to fully embrace "The Cursed Child." The anticipation and excitement of receiving it as a birthday present were unparalleled. I had imagined diving into its pages, uncovering new adventures, and rekindling my fondness for the magical world I had grown so attached to. Yet, the reality was starkly different from my expectations.
The dissonance between the characters I knew and their portrayals in "The Cursed Child" was jarring. It felt as if the essence of what made them endearing had been altered, leaving a void where familiarity and nostalgia once resided. The narrative, with its unexpected twists and convoluted timelines, seemed to stray too far from the lore that had been meticulously built over years. It was as though the book belonged to a parallel universe, one that I struggled to connect with.
Despite these challenges, I could not dismiss "The Cursed Child" entirely. The book, with all its flaws and deviations, still offered glimpses into a world that had captivated my imagination for so long. It sparked debates and discussions, prompting me to reflect on the nature of storytelling and the expectations we place on sequels and spin-offs. It taught me that even the most anticipated stories can falter, but there is value in experiencing them, nonetheless.
In wrestling with my feelings towards "The Cursed Child," I began to understand that my relationship with the magical world was not confined to a single book or narrative. It was rooted in a collection of memories and experiences, shaped by the original series and the community of fans who cherished it. This realization helped me appreciate "The Cursed Child" not as a continuation, but as a separate chapter—one that, despite its controversies, enriched the tapestry of the magical universe in its unique way.
As I reflect on that birthday and the mixed emotions it brought, I recognize that "The Cursed Child" played a pivotal role in my journey as a reader. It reminded me of the power of stories to evoke strong reactions and the importance of keeping an open mind. While it may not have lived up to my expectations, it contributed to my understanding of the complexities of storytelling and the subjective nature of reading. And for that, I am grateful.




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